Ajit Balasingham wins two-way race for election to the NZ Rugby board
Growing grassroots rugby in Northland at the forefront of new NZRU board member's mind.
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Northland's McLeod's Brewery has more success in New World Beer And Cider Awards
Waipū's McLeod's Brewery has more success at annual brewing awards.
'Worst thing ever': Mum describes 6-year-old's heartbreaking meningococcal death
Just six hours after he was picked up from school, Takarua fell victim to the disease.
130-year-old Northland icon destroyed by fire
Police want to hear from anyone with information about the 4am blaze in Kohukohu.
Get to know the new Ngātiwai Trust Board CEO
Hūhana Lyndon has been appointed the new CEO of the Ngātiwai Trust Board.
Whangārei chef's dad and brother recovering from Covid in Delhi
Student from Mumbai living in Whangārei worried about father back home.
Whangārei exhibition to showcase best of young Ngāpuhi artists
Ngāpuhi youth are set to have their work exhibited at the Hihiaua Cultural Centre.
Northlanders part of the historic women's clash in Auckland
Northland women's assistant rugby coach helping Blues' squad for the historic clash.
Vaccine brought forward for some over-50s - where to get it
Early Covid vaccination centres are open across Northland for over-50s, among others.
Over 50? The region where you can walk in for a Covid jab
If you are over 50 and wish to get a Covid-19 vaccination, you can in this part of NZ.
'Tragic' April on Northland's roads; seven deaths so far
Northland's road toll has risen after a death in the Far North.
Police warn motorists to take care after six people die in 22 days on Northland roads
Northland's road toll sits at 13 deaths - only one more than the same time last year.
Woman found guilty of two charges after her infant dies
Mum given 10 months home detention on charges relating to the death of a Northland baby.
Emergency services at fatal crash in Ruakākā, motorcyclist dies in Havelock North
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious crash in Ruakākā.
Resourcing key in improving health of Northlanders
Major reforms to the health system are set to benefit Te Tai Tokerau.
'Incredibly hopeful': Mental health nurse on health shake-up
Whangārei nurse Terryann Clark hopes some failures will now be fixed.
Court of Appeal cuts robbery getaway driver's sentence
The Northlander argued the district court judge's sentencing starting point was too high.
Laser strike: Plane targeted in night sky
Air New Zealand flight from Auckland targeted by laser pointer as it came in to land.
Fourth motorcyclist killed in less than two weeks
Police are encouraging motorists to take extra care on and around motorbikes in Northland.
World's largest yacht brings airport runway to standstill
The triple masts of Sea Eagle II caused a flight hazard as yacht went near airport.
Ninety Mile Beach Management Plan launches
Te Rautaki o Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe is set to be launched in Ahipara.
Serious crash: Car collides with motorcycle
Police are responding to a serious crash involving a motorcycle and car near Whangarei.
Ngātiwai Trust Board appoints new CEO
Hūhana Lyndon has been appointed CEO of the Ngātiwai Trust Board.
Northland printmaker's exhibition launch a success
Northland artist launches exhibition at Hihiaua Cultural Centre in Whangārei.
St John failing to meet response time targets: 90yo waits three hours after cat attack
"The whole kitchen floor was awash with blood. I thought, 'am I bleeding to death?'"
Mana whenua seeking Kamo name change
A local hapū are seeking a name change for the township of Kamo.
Whānau 'heartbroken' over coroner's finding of preventable death
'Magoo served his country, his community and in his last, he served his whānau'.
Key players step up each week to the delight of coach
Kamo and OBM joint leaders after three rounds of Northland club rugby.
Former Deputy PM Winston Peters mum on future
Former deputy PM effusive about new memorial but not commenting on his political plans.
1116 containers destined for Auckland from Northland port
While most containers will be taken by truck, up to 150 will go by rail to Auckland.
Interactive Nukutawhiti voyage story goes online
A digital novel illustrating the voyage of Nukutawhiti to Aotearoa has launched online.
Telco giant given greenlight to build Whangārei satellite station
Nine satellite antennas to go atop a hill just south of Whangārei.
Young jeweller started at 8, now the PM wears her earrings
Mentors helped jeweller Twilight Edwards make earrings now worn by the Prime Minister.
Bay of Islands tourist town 'not safe for locals': Govt lobbied for more police
Meeting organiser plans to put heat on government for more funding for Northland police.